Keratoconus

J Ophthalmic Nurs Technol. 1989 Sep-Oct;8(5):178-81.

Abstract

1. Keratoconus is a bilateral corneal dystrophy that causes a central corneal thinning. The onset is after puberty. 2. Non-surgical treatment of keratoconus is accomplished best with the use of rigid gas permeable contact lenses. 3. Penetrating keratoplasty is the procedure of choice when contact lenses fail.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Combined Modality Therapy
  • Contact Lenses
  • Humans
  • Keratoconus / pathology
  • Keratoconus / therapy*
  • Keratoplasty, Penetrating